English Premiership beckoned for Larne Colts player

A future English Premiership and international footballer was displaying his skills in Larne in 1986.

Michael counts West Ham, Wimbledon and Crystal Palace as some of the clubs he played for. He also represented Northern Ireland for over a decade.

A young Michael Hughes with Robert Brown and Keith Finlay in August 1986. INCT 35-812CONplaceholder image
A young Michael Hughes with Robert Brown and Keith Finlay in August 1986. INCT 35-812CON

After hanging up his boots, the former Carrick Rangers player has continued his association with the club.

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